Themes
A series of themes and collections to help you explore York's history.
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Build-up to Civil War
Charles I came to the throne in 1625...
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Viking Invasion
Led by Halfdan and Ivar the Bonel...
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Wartime York
York began as a fortress and has bee...
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Tudor/Stuart
The arrival of the Tudors in 1485, w...
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Trade in the Medieval City
Freemen Not just anyone could trade...
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After The Romans
The period of York's history from 40...
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Viking
The Vikings are easily reduced to a...
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The York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls...
Theme Items
A selection of items to explore.
- Tombstone of Julia Velva
- York's Medieval Synagogue
- Treasurer's House
- York Railway Station
- Saint William: Patron Saint of York
- Church of St Marys Bishophill Junior
- The Battle of Marston Moor
- View from Station Rise
- St Crux's Church
- Roman Gods and Goddesses
- Cardinal Wolsey, Archbishop
- Silver Strap Ends
- The 1190 Massacre
- Viking Silk Cap
- The Norman Abbey
- The County Court House
- Middleham Jewel